Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Stage Production
Program Type:	Career Preparatory
Career Cluster:	Arts A/V Technology and Communication

Career Certificate Program 	
Program Number	K200200	
CIP Number	0610020100	
Grade Level	30,31	
Program Length	300 Hours	
Teacher Certification	Refer to the Program Structure section.	
CTSO	SkillsUSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	For program SOC codes, please see the Program and Course Tables section of the CTE Program Resources page linked below.	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	
Basic Skills Level	N/A 	

Purpose

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for work in stage production.

This program offers a course that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Arts, A/V Technology and Communication career cluster and; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Arts, A/V Technology and Communication career cluster. 

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Program Structure

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of two occupational completion points.

This program is comprised of courses which have been assigned course numbers in the SCNS (Statewide Course Numbering System) in accordance with Section 1007.24 (1), F.S.  Career and Technical credit shall be awarded to the student on a transcript in accordance with Section 1001.44(3)(b), F.S.

To teach the courses listed below, instructors must hold at least one of the teacher certifications indicated for that course.

The following table illustrates the postsecondary program structure:

OCP	Course Number	Course Title	Teacher Certification	Length	
A	TPA0390	Stage Production Assistant	BLDG CONST @7 7G
ELECTRICAL @7 7G
TEC CONSTR @7 7G
TEC ED 1@2
ENG&TEC ED1@2	150 Hours	
B	TPA0391	Stage Production Technician		150 Hours	

Florida’s Career Readiness Skills for CTE Programs  

Employability Skills	
01.0	Apply academic skills to workplace scenarios.	
01.01	Use reading skills.	
01.02	Use writing skills.	
01.03	Use mathematical strategies and procedures.	
01.04	Use scientific principles and procedures.	
02.0	Design a solution to an industry problem.	
02.01	Use critical thinking.	
02.02	Use creativity.	
02.03	Make sound decisions.	
02.04	Solve problems.	
02.05	Reason. 	
02.06	Plan and organize.	
03.0	Manage resources within an industry project	
03.01	Manage time.	
03.02	Manage money or resources.	
03.03	Manage materials.	
03.04	Manage personnel.	
04.0	Oversee the subcomponents, operations and output of a technical or organizational system.	
04.01	Manage systems.	
04.02	Monitor systems.	
04.03	Improve systems.	
05.0	Use information for decision making.	
05.01	Locate information.	
05.02	Organize information.	
05.03	Use information.	
05.04	Analyze information.	
05.05	Communicate information.	
06.0	Apply relevant technology to workplace scenarios to aid productivity.	
06.01	Use technology.	
07.0	Interpret and express interpersonal communication.	
07.01	Communicate verbally.	
07.02	Listen actively.	
07.03	Comprehend written material.	
07.04	Convey information in writing.	
07.05	Communicate nonverbally.	
07.06	Interpret nonverbal communication.	
08.0	Interact with others to accomplish workplace goals.	
08.01	Collaborate with others in a team.	
08.02	Respond to customer needs.	
08.03	Exercise leadership.	
08.04	Negotiate to resolve conflict.	
08.05	Respect others.	
09.0	Manage personal behavior to maximize productivity and professional growth.	
09.01	Demonstrate responsibility and self-discipline.	
09.02	Adapt and show flexibility.	
09.03	Work independently.	
09.04	Demonstrate a willingness to learn.	
09.05	Demonstrate integrity.	
09.06	Demonstrate professionalism.	
09.07	Take initiative.	
09.08	Display positive attitude.	
09.09	Take responsibility for professional growth.	
Job Attainment	
10.0	Find, assess and apply to job opportunities.	
10.01	Identify online job posts relevant to his or her career aspirations.	
10.02	Compare and contrast the job posts’ required qualifications, job duties, compensation, benefits and employers. 	
10.03	Define what information, documentation and writing prompts are required for the positions.	
11.0	Communicate personal competence, character and fit for a job opportunity.	
11.01	Develop a resume.	
11.02	Write a cover letter.	
11.03	Curate a professional portfolio that includes work products.	
11.04	Prepare for and experience a mock job interview.	
12.0	Cultivate and leverage relationships to professionally advance.	
12.01	Request a signed reference letter, letter of recommendation and/or an online skill/professionalism endorsement. 	
12.02	Develop a plan to cultivate a professional digital footprint.	
12.03	Develop a networking plan for a specific industry of interest.	

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Understand and use appropriate theater terminology and language.
02.0	Demonstrate appropriate understanding of basic science. 
03.0	Demonstrate appropriate math skills. 
04.0	Demonstrate appropriate communication skills. 
05.0	Demonstrate an understanding of Ohm’s Law.
06.0	Demonstrate safe work practices.
07.0	Demonstrate proficiency in forklift operation, crane safety, rigging, fall protection, scaffolding and aerial lifts.  
08.0	Perform the duties of a stage hand.
09.0	Maintain stage, lighting, sound, and shop equipment. 
10.0	Install sound equipment for a performance. 
11.0	Hang circuit and focus stage lights to the specifications required in a lighting design.
12.0	Perform the duties of a light board operator and follow spot operator.
13.0	Install and operate audio-visual/multimedia presentation equipment. 
14.0	Demonstrate employability skills. 
15.0	Demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurship. 
16.0	Function as part of a technical team in planning, implementing, and running the technical aspects of theatrical/entertainment productions. 
17.0	

Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Stage Production 
Career Certificate Program Number:	K200200

Course Number:  TPA0390
Occupational Completion Point:  A 
Stage Production Assistant – 150 Hours	
01.0	Understand and use appropriate theater terminology and language. The student will be able to: 	
01.01	Define theater terminology (e.g., stage directions, upstage, downstage, center stage, strike, and load in).	
01.02	Define stage proscenium, arena, and amphitheater.	
01.03	Identify the different types of light fixtures.	
01.04	Identify the working areas of the stage.	
02.0	Demonstrate appropriate understanding of basic science. The student will be able to:  	
02.01	Understand molecular action as a result of temperature extremes, chemical reactions, and moisture content. 	
02.02	Draw conclusions or make inferences from data. 	
02.03	Identify health-related problems that may result from exposure to work-related chemicals and hazardous materials, and know the proper precautions required for handling such materials.	
02.04	Understand pressure measurement in terms of PSI, inches of mercury, and KPA.	
02.05	Identify the components that make electromotive force.	
03.0	Demonstrate appropriate math skills. The student will be able to:  	
03.01	Solve problems for volume, weight, area, circumference and perimeter measurements for rectangles, squares, and cylinders. 	
03.02	Measure tolerance(s) on horizontal and vertical surfaces using millimeters, centimeters, feet and inches. 	
03.03	Add, subtract, multiply and divide using fractions, decimals, and whole numbers. 	
03.04	Demonstrate an understanding of federal, state and local taxes and their computation. 	
04.0	Demonstrate appropriate communication skills. The student will be able to:  	
04.01	Write logical and understandable statements or phrases to accurately fill out forms/invoices commonly used in business and industry.	
04.02	Read and understand graphs, charts, diagrams, and tables commonly used in this industry/occupation area.	
04.03	Read and follow written and oral instructions. 	
04.04	Answer and ask questions coherently and concisely.	
04.05	Read critically by recognizing assumptions and implications and by evaluating ideas. 	
05.0	Demonstrate an understanding of Ohm’s Law. The student will be able to: 	
05.01	Calculate electrical circuits for voltage, amperage and resistance.	
05.02	Calculate electrical circuits for wattage.	
05.03	Determine the voltage drop of a circuit in a single-phase and three-phase system.	
06.0	Demonstrate safe work practices. The student will be able to:  	
06.01	Identify safety rules for stage and shop equipment.	
06.02	Identify health and environmental hazards of materials used in stage production. 	
06.03	Select and use the appropriate protective clothing and equipment when working in a shop or stage environment. 	
06.04	Use shop and stage equipment in accordance with both manufacturer and industry safety standards. 	
06.05	Identify and correct unsafe work practices. 	
06.06	Understand the national electric code requirements for grounding and ground fault protection.	
06.07	Demonstrate knowledge of the Federal Hazard Communication regulation 29 CFR 1910.1200.	
07.0	Demonstrate proficiency in forklift operation, crane safety, rigging, fall protection, scaffolding and aerial lifts. The student will be able to: 	
07.01	Operate a forklift safely using proper lifting techniques.	
07.02	Understand the proper signals for crane operation.	
07.03	Connect rigging to loads by using proper knot configurations.	
07.04	Know the correct procedures for the use of personal protective equipment and when to apply the procedures.	
07.05	Operate a chain hoist and electrical wenches.	
08.0	Perform the duties of a stage hand. The student will be able to:  	
08.01	Operate equipment commonly found in performance venues.	
08.02	Use hand and power tools commonly found in scene shops.	
08.03	Determine methods for scenery repair within a limited time frame. 	
08.04	Perform all duties in a disciplined manner as required by the demands of a performance. 	
08.05	Install and operate special effects such as fog, pyrotechnics and automated devices.	
08.06	Assume crew chief responsibilities.	

Course Number:  TPA0391
Occupational Completion Point:  B
Stage Production Assistant – 150 Hours	
09.0	Maintain stage lighting, sound and shop equipment. The student will be able to:  	
09.01	Calibrate and operate test equipment through all modes of operation as necessary for the maintenance of systems. 	
09.02	Locate malfunctions using applicable diagnostic methods. 	
09.03	Read and understand technical manuals. 	
09.04	Record and maintain documentation on equipment including manufacturer’s warranties and parts inventories. 	
09.05	Troubleshoot electrical circuits by using multimeters.	
10.0	Install sound equipment for a performance. The student will be able to:  	
10.01	Identify sound equipment used in productions.	
10.02	Assemble various components under the direction of an audio engineer.	
10.03	Install a sound system resulting in optimal performance and safety of the equipment. 	
11.0	Hang circuit and focus stage lights to the specifications required in a lighting design. The student will be able to:  	
11.01	Read a standard lighting plot. 	
11.02	Read a standard instrument schedule. 	
11.03	Identify stage lighting equipment. 	
11.04	Hang and circuit lights for a stage production. 	
11.05	Focus lights for a stage production. 	
11.06	Hang and set control parameters for intelligent lighting fixtures. 	
11.07	Calculate the number of fixtures allowed on a circuit.	
11.08	Draft working drawings when given a ground plan and designer’s elevations.	
12.0	Perform the duties of a light board operator and follow spot operator. The student will be able to:  	
12.01	Make and read a lighting cue sheet. 	
12.02	Program and execute cues on a computerized lighting console in both rehearsal and performance. 	
12.03	Execute cues for intelligent lighting.	
12.04	Execute cues using a follow spot in rehearsal and performance. 	
13.0	Install and operate audio-visual/multimedia presentation equipment. The student will be able to:  	
13.01	Set up and operate basic video production equipment (e.g., camcorders, studio cameras, video monitors, video decks, switchers, video distribution amplifiers).	
13.02	Set up and operate a basic 35 mm slide presentation in both single and multi-projector configurations. 	
13.03	Set up and operate a variety of video projection systems. 	
13.04	Install and operate data projection equipment. 	
13.05	Determine layout for an A/V show including screen and equipment location.	
13.06	Select and install appropriate cable and interfaces for A/V set up. 	
13.07	Perform basic troubleshooting on A/V systems. 	
14.0	Demonstrate employability skills. The student will be able to:  	
14.01	Conduct a job search. 	
14.02	Secure information about a job. 	
14.03	Identify documents that may be required when applying for a job interview.	
14.04	Complete a job application form correctly. 	
14.05	Demonstrate competence in job interview techniques. 	
14.06	Develop a résumé.	
14.07	Identify or demonstrate appropriate responses to criticism from employer, supervisor or other employees. 	
14.08	Identify acceptable work habits. 	
14.09	Demonstrate knowledge of how to make job changes appropriately. 	
14.10	Demonstrate acceptable employee health habits. 	
15.0	Demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurship. The student will be able to:  	
15.01	Define entrepreneurship.	
15.02	Describe the importance of entrepreneurship to the American economy.	
15.03	List the advantages and disadvantages of business ownership. 	
15.04	Identify the risks involved in business ownership. 	
15.05	Identify the necessary personal characteristics of a successful entrepreneur.	
15.06	Identify the business skills needed to operate a small business efficiently and effectively.	
16.0	Function as part of a technical team in planning, implementing and running the technical aspects of theatrical/entertainment productions. The student will be able to:  	
16.01	Perform as a member of a technical team within the framework of an organized production. 	
16.02	Schedule job assignments in order to meet production deadlines. 	
16.03	Apply accepted principles of theater technology to production situations. 	
16.04	Adapt learned skills and generate new approaches in order to solve unique production problems. 	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

CTSOs are co-curricular career and technical student organizations providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills. Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered. Other CTSOs not listed in this curriculum framework or recognized by the Florida Department of Education are permissible provided they support student mastery over the standards and benchmarks of this curriculum framework.

Cooperative Training – OJT

On-the-job training is appropriate but not required for this program.  Whenever offered, the rules, guidelines, and requirements specified in the OJT framework apply. 

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Note: postsecondary curriculum and regulated secondary programs cannot be modified.